Cub Cadet SLT1550 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet SLT1550: 60 HP versus 25 HP (+35 HP, +140%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2006 for the Cub Cadet SLT1550.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 248 kg for the Cub Cadet SLT1550.
- The Cub Cadet SLT1550 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet SLT1550 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 25 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 2006–2008 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 248 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 50" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet SLT1550 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Cub Cadet SLT1550: 60 HP versus 25 HP (+35 HP, +140%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet SLT1550 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2006 for the Cub Cadet SLT1550.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet SLT1550 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 248 kg for the Cub Cadet SLT1550.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet SLT1550 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Cub Cadet SLT1550 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".